I don't want to weaken the Patriot Act. I want to repeal it.

Youve got to have a good public education system so small-business owners, when they locate to an area, are confident their kids are getting the best education possible. I feel strongly about local control in school districts.

Healthcare is very much a high priority for me. Healthcare is also a huge issue for business, both big and small.

I don't want to weaken the Patriot Act. I want to repeal it.

I will tell you, in the case of education, you have to make the investment if youre going to get the return. Theres no doubt about that. Its a proven fact the return is there if you make the investment. It really is about priorities.

I think there is some real therapy in getting your hands in the dirt and working with food.

I want to remain that family farmer independence, which I think is so critical to this country. I think it's helped build this country.